Change of Command Ceremony Naval Health Clinic Corpus Christi Commanding Officer Captain Jimmy A. Bradley Medical Service Corps, United States Navy Prospective Commanding Officer Captain Guido F. Valdes Medical Corps, United States Navy
Thursday, August 27, 2015 10 a.m. USS Lexington (CV 16) Museum by the Bay Corpus Christi, Texas
Commander, Navy Medicine East welcomes you to the Change of Command Ceremony at which Captain Jimmy A. Bradley, Medical Service Corps, USN will be relieved by Captain Guido F. Valdes, Medical Corps, USN
The Change of Command Tradition Naval ceremonies are steeped in tradition. Common dangers and shared victories lend to the creation of brotherhood, and in none is it closer than that of the naval profession where men and women are bonded by common traditions, shared practices, and ancient customs. The Navy, an organization of explicit discipline, lends itself to the perpetuation of the more venerated customs, heroic traditions, and glorified ceremonies such as we are witnessing today. These ceremonies, customs, and traditions of today’s Navy draw their origin from customs and laws of the sea begun in ancient times by seafaring men, and gradually merged into the British Naval Regulations in effect at the time of the American Revolution. The effect these customs have had in the formulation of naval regulations is a marked example of the influence of tested usage. The Change of Command Ceremony you witness today is not prescribed specifically by U.S. Naval Regulations, but rather is an honored product of the rich heritage of naval tradition. It is a custom wholly without an equivalent counterpart in the Army or Air Force. Custom has established that this ceremony be formal and impressive, designed to strengthen that respect for authority that is so vital to any military organization. Parading all hands at quarters and public reading of official orders stems from those days when movement of mail and people was a very slow process. This procedure was designed to ensure that only duly authorized officers held command and that all aboard were aware of its authenticity. The heart of the ceremony is the formal reading of official orders by the relieving officer and the officer to be relieved. Command passes upon utterance by the relieving officer “I relieve you, sir!” The officer being relieved responds “I stand relieved!” This simple procedure is duplicated hundreds of times daily throughout the navies of the world as each officer passes responsibility to his relief in the conduct of each ship’s routine. The strength and supremacy of today’s Navy stems in large measure from the observance of customs and traditions, each founded on need, each contributing its share to stability, combat effectiveness, and smooth transfer of authority. This simple ceremony, passing authority and responsibility to another fine officer, reflects the dedication of free men and women serving their nation proudly.
Rear Admiral Terry J. Moulton Commander, Navy Medicine East/Director, Medical Service Corps A native of Nashville, Tennessee, Rear Adm. Terry Moulton earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Health Care Administration from Western Kentucky University and a Master’s degree in Business Administration from Chaminade University in Honolulu, Hawaii. Moulton is also a graduate of the Naval War College non-resident program. Moulton received his commission as an ensign in the Medical Service Corps in 1983. He attended Officer Indoctrination School in Newport, Rhode Island, where, upon completion, he received the school’s leadership award. His first assignment was at Naval Hospital, Philadelphia, where he served as the head of Operating Management and Patient Administration departments. In 1985, he reported to the Naval Medical Clinic, Pearl Harbor, where he served in a variety of administrative roles and eventually served as the clinic director, Naval Air Station, Barbers Point, Hawaii. In 1989, he assumed duties as the medical administrative officer, USS Nimitz (CVN 68) where he completed his assignment after a six-month deployment to the Persian Gulf in support of Operation Desert Storm. Following deployment, he served as the Navy Postgraduate Administrative fellow at the American Hospital Association in Washington, D.C. In 1993, he reported to the Bureau of Medicine and Surgery where he served in the Coordinated Care Division and later as the executive assistant to the assistant chief for Plans, Analysis, and Evaluation. In 1995, he was assigned as the director for Administration at the U.S. Naval Hospital, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, during Operation Sea Signal. From January 1996 until June 1998, he served as the director for Administration, Naval Hospital Cherry Point, North Carolina. In 1998, he reported to the Bureau of Medicine and Surgery as the executive assistant to the deputy chief. From 2000 to 2002, he served as the director, Health Affairs for the Assistant Secretary of the Navy (Manpower and Reserve Affairs) at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C. In 2002, he transferred to the TRICARE Northwest Lead Agent Office as the chief of Healthcare Operations and was later selected as the executive director. Selected for Executive Medicine, he served from 2005 to 2007 as the executive officer, Naval Hospital, Pensacola, and commanding officer of the Fleet Hospital. From 2007 to 2009, Moulton served as the head, Naval Personnel Command’s Medical Officer Distribution Branch. From June 2009 to 2011, Moulton served as the commanding officer, U.S. Naval Hospital, Okinawa, Japan. Following this assignment, Moulton reported as the deputy director, Medical Resources, Plans, and Policy, Office of the Chief of Naval Operations. In November 2011, Moulton reported to the Bureau of Medicine and Surgery as the executive assistant to the Surgeon General of the Navy. In August 2012, he assumed duties as the deputy chief, Medical Operations and the 17th director, Medical Service Corps. In April 2014, Moulton assumed command of Naval Medical Center, Portsmouth, Virginia. He currently serves as commander, Navy Medicine East and director, Enhanced Tidewater Multi-Service Market Office. Moulton is a fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives and served as the Navy Pacific Regent from 2000 to 2004. He also received the ACHE Governor’s Award in 2004 and the Regent’s Sustained Contributions Award in 2005 and 2010. Moulton’s personal awards and decorations include the Legion of Merit (two awards), Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal (six awards), Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (four awards), Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, and various other service and units awards and Surface Warfare Medical Department Officer qualification.
Captain Jimmy A. Bradley Medical Service Corps, U.S. Navy Commanding Officer Naval Health Clinic Corpus Christi Captain Bradley grew up in Jacksonville, N.C., and he enlisted in the Navy in 1976. He is a graduate of New Hampshire College, where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration. He holds a Master of Science degree in Adult and Continuing Education, and a Master of Education degree in Educational Administration with Cheyney University in Pennsylvania in West Chester, Pa., as well as his Doctorate in Educational Administration with California Coast University, Santa Anna, Calif. He was commissioned as an ensign in the Medical Service Corps in 1987. Bradley served at sea as an independent-duty advanced X-ray technician aboard the submarine tender USS Hunley (AS 31). He also deployed to Kabul Afghanistan as an Individual Augmentee, serving as a mentor to the Afghanistan National Police surgeon general. While ashore, Bradley completed tours at Navy Regional Medical Center San Diego, Calif.; Naval Base San Diego (32nd Street Station) Branch Medical Clinic; U.S. Naval Hospital, Roosevelt Roads, Puerto Rico; Naval Hospital Philadelphia, Pa., as head, Mobilization Planning Department; head, Operating Management Department; legal officer; and National Disaster Medical System Area Coordinator for Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware; 14th Dental Company, 4th Dental Battalion, 4th Field Service Support Group, Philadelphia, Pa., as inspector and instructor; Academic Services, Naval School of Dental Assisting and Technology, San Diego, as director; Naval Medical Center, San Diego, as division officer, Professional Development, Staff Education and Training; Bureau of Medicine and Surgery as the Navy’s Medical Special Pays Program manager; U. S. Naval Hospital Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, as director for Administration, and subsequently as a member of the Joint Task Force 160/170 Guantanamo Bay; chief of naval personnel as the Medical and Dental Enlisted Community manager; Navy Base Realignment and Closure Office as a BRAC analyst; U.S. Naval Hospital Yokosuka, Japan, as director forAdministration; and at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, Va., as director for Administration. He served as executive officer, U.S. Naval Hospital Naples, Italy from 2011 to 2013. Bradley is a Fellow, and a Credentialed Healthcare Administrator in the American Academy of Medical Administrators. He assumed Command of Naval Health Clinic Corpus Christi on April 19, 2013 with additional oversight of clinics at Fort Worth, Kingsville and Fort Sam Houston, Texas. Bradley has been awarded the Bronze Star Medal, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal (six awards), Navy & Marine Corps Commendation Medal (four awards), Joint Commendation Medal, Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, as well as various campaign, and service awards.
Program of Events Band Concert Arrival of the Official Party Parading of the Colors National Anthem HMC Orlando Widow, USN Retirement of Colors Invocation Lt. Cmdr. Stephen Warne, CHC, USN Introduction of Presiding Officer Capt. Jimmy A. Bradley, MSC, USN Presiding Officer’s Remarks Rear Adm. Terry J. Moulton, MSC, USN Presentation of Award Commanding Officer’s Farewell Remarks Capt. Jimmy A. Bradley, MSC, USN Change of Command New Commanding Officer’s Remarks Capt. Guido F. Valdes, MC, USN Benediction Lt. Cmdr. Stephen Warne, CHC, USN Departure of Official Party Reception on USS Lexington
Participants Master of Ceremonies Capt. Steve J. Blivin, MC, USN Honors Boatswain’s Mate GM1 Johnathon W. Stewart, USN Bell Ringer GM2 James A. Elmore, USN Side Boys Cmdr. David M. Stevens, MC, USN Cmdr. Nichole A. Olson, MSC, USN Lt. Cmdr. James W. Perry, MSC, USN Lt. Cmdr. Shannon L. Hiller, MC, USN Lt. Mary E. Cava, MSC, USN Lt. Fagwenlanita Walker, NC, USN Ushers HMC Sidney A. Sykes, USN ITC Trevor J. Wilmor, USN ETC Shaun A. Whiteside, USN HTC Jared L. Cutler, USN Color Guard HM2 Brittany N. McAlister, USN HM2 Adrian T. Velasquez, USN HM2 Gilbert M. Almeida, USN HM2 Marvin E. Martin, USN Ceremonial Music USAF Band of the West, Gateway Brass Under the direction of Airman 1st Class David Wuchter, USAF Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas
Captain Guido F. Valdes Medical Corps, U.S. Navy Prospective Commanding Officer Naval Health Clinic Corpus Christi Captain Guido F. Valdes was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico. He graduated Cum Laude from the University of Miami, Florida in 1988 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. He earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Miami School of Medicine in 1992. Valdes was a Navy Health Professions Scholarship recipient and upon graduation reported for active duty. After completing transitional internship at the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland. Valdes reported as General Medical Officer of Branch Medical Clinic Gaeta, Italy (1993-1995). During this assignment, Valdes deployed twice in support of Sixth Fleet operations onboard USS Spartanburg County (LST 1192) and USS Cape St. George (CG 71). Valdes was then selected for residency training in Emergency Medicine at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, Virginia (1995-1998), following which he served utilization tours as staff physician in the Department of Emergency Medicine at U. S. Naval Hospital Naples, Italy (1998-2001) and U. S. Naval Hospital Rota, Spain (2001-2004). In 2004, he was assigned as faculty in the Emergency Medicine Residency Program at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, Virginia. In 2005, he deployed during Operation Iraqi Freedom with II Marine Expeditionary Force as officer in charge of the Shock Trauma Platoon/Forward Resuscitative Surgical Suite at Camp Korean Village in Al-Anbar province, western Iraq. Valdes then served as officer in charge of Fleet Surgical Team SIX, deploying as Commander Amphibious Task Force Surgeon for USS Bataan (LHD 5) Expeditionary Strike Group in support of the 22nd and 26th Marine Expeditionary Units (2007-2009). In 2009, he accepted orders as Riverine Group ONE Surgeon, supervising care and medical planning for expeditionary forces providing support to combat operations in Central Command and Theater Security and Cooperation programs in Southern and Pacific Command. Valdes served executive officer tours at Role 3 Multinational Medical Unit, Kandahar, Afghanistan (2012-2013) and Naval Hospital Pensacola (2013-2015). Valdes is board certified in Emergency Medicine by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. He has qualified as a Fleet Marine Force Warfare Officer. His personal decorations include the Meritorious Service Medal (four awards), the Navy Commendation Medal (two awards), the Navy Achievement Medal and various other unit and campaign awards.
COMMAND HISTORY
In 1940, a large dispensary consisting of 20 buildings and costing $1,441,594 was constructed to take care of the then 10,000man Naval Air Station Corpus Christi (NASCC). By March 1941, it was apparent the complex was too small, and the National Defense Act of 1941 authorized a naval hospital at NASCC. The Secretary of the Navy ordered, on May 14, 1941, the establishment of a naval hospital to open July 1, 1941, under the jurisdiction of the Eighth Naval District. By the end of 1942, U.S. Naval Hospital Corpus Christi consisted of more than 70 buildings situated on 80 acres of land, valued at a total of more than $4 million. The patient capacity was 475 and approximately 350 military and civilian personnel manned the facility. Although the capacity was officially 475, an influx of patients brought the census to 1,387 in the fall of 1944. An average number of 645 staff on board that year cared for an average daily census of 1,115 inpatients. In the ensuing years after World War II, the NASCC operations tempo decreased prompting demolishment of excess buildings - some with the help of Hurricane Celia, Aug. 3-5, 1970. On Dec. 14, 1970, authority was granted to advertise for bids to construct a modern six-story, 217,513 square foot, 195-bed hospital. Officials broke ground for the new hospital building H-100, during a ceremony May 21, 1971. Less than 3 years later, the building was dedicated March 23, 1974, and patients were relocated from the old nearby hospital April 8, 1974. The naval hospital also had naval branch health clinics at Naval Air Stations Dallas [BHC Fort Worth, constructed April 1998], Kingsville, Texas [BHC Kingsville, constructed 1973], and Naval Station Ingleside, Texas [BHC Ingleside, constructed 1992]. During the fall of 1997, Naval Hospital Corpus Christi announced plans to remain an independent hospital command, and improve medical services to its patients through restructuring. Plans included an innovative resource-sharing agreement between the Navy and Spohn hospitals, a new Primary Care Clinic, and extended clinic hours for some other clinics, including the Pediatric Clinic which remained open Thursday evenings and one Saturday morning per month. Pharmacy services remained unchanged.
A Primary Care Clinic replaced Naval Hospital Corpus Christi Emergency Room service on Dec. 1, 1997, at 8 a.m. In August 2005, Navy Medicine implemented a realignment effort to better direct the collective shore based assets of Navy Medicine to maintain readiness and deliver the highest quality care in the most cost effective manner. This effort resulted in the standing up of four Echelon 3 (Flag level) commands - Navy Medicine West, Navy Medicine East, Navy Medicine National Capital Area and Navy Medicine Support Command. Subordinate commands under Navy Medicine East include all Navy Medical Treatment Facilities on the East Coast, Gulf Coast, Great Lakes and in Europe. On March 29, 2007, OPNAV NOTICE 5450, Series DNS-33/7U107755, approved the renaming of Naval Hospital Corpus Christi, Texas to Naval Health Clinic Corpus Christi (UIC 00285) to more appropriately reflect its current mission. A formal ceremony was conducted on Feb. 14, 2008, to commemorate the renaming. Today, over 13,000 military active duty, their family members, retirees and their family members are enrolled with a primary care manager and Medical Home Port team at one of its facilities. The command is comprised of its core facility, two branch health clinics located in Kingsville and Fort Worth, Texas, as well as a detachment in San Antonio that provides primary care services to Navy students at the Medical Education and Training Command at Fort Sam Houston, and case management services and medical board management to Navy and Marine Corps Wounded, Ill and Injured Warriors at San Antonio Military Medical Center. NHC Corpus Christi is part of a global healthcare network of 63,000 Navy medical personnel around the world who provide high-quality health care to more than one million eligible beneficiaries. Navy Medicine’s highly trained men and women deploy with Sailors and Marines worldwide, providing critical mission support aboard ship, in the air, under the sea and on the battlefield. MISSION - We enable readiness, wellness, and health care to Sailors, Marines, their families, and all others entrusted to us worldwide - be it on land or at sea. PRIORITIES - READINESS – We are a ready medical force working to ensure our Sailors and Marines are physically and mentally prepared to meet the emerging needs of the operational forces. VALUE – The value of Navy Medicine is measure through the great work our people do to provide safe and effective care. JOINTNESS – By working together with our sister services, we are building a stronger team that leverages each of our unique strengths. VISION - Navy Medicine is the pinnacle of excellence - answering the call across any dynamic - from kinetic operations to global engagement. Our health care is patient-centered and provides best value, preserves health, and maintains readiness. Agility, professionalism, an ethos of care, and the ability to deploy to any environment or sea state are our hallmarks.
Former Commanding Officers Naval Hospital Corpus Christi Captain W. I. Mann, MC, USN, 1941 – 1942 Captain R. R. Glasser, MC, USN, 1942 – 1943 Captain J. R. Thomas, MC, USN, 1943 – 1945 Captain H. D. Hubbard, MC, USN, 1945 – 1948 Captain J. M. Brewster, MC, USN, 1948 – 1949 Captain J. P. Brady, MC, USN, 1949 – 1951 Captain C. M. Dumbauld, MC, USN, 1951 – 1953 Captain H. G. Young, MC, USN, 1953 – 1954 Captain D. M. Tegroen, MC, USN, 1954 – 1956 Captain T. D. Boaze, MC, USN, 1956 – 1958 Captain J. T. Miser, MC, USN, 1958 – 1959 Captain L. G. Bell, MC, USN, 1959 – 1961 Captain J. L. Hatch, MC, USN, 1961 – 1963 Captain T. P. Connelly, MC, USN, 1963 – 1965 Captain N. M. Musso, MC, USN, 1965 – 1969 Captain H. A. Barker, MC, USN, 1969 – 1971 Captain P. A. Hinds, MC, USN, 1971 – 1971 Captain B. B. Barnhill, MC, USN, 1971 – 1973 Captain J. E. Turner, MC, USN, 1973 – 1974 Captain J. R. Lucas, MC, USN, 1974 – 1978 Captain T. J. Trumble, MC, USN, 1978 – 1980 Captain R. R. Palumbo, MC, USN, 1980 – 1982 Captain N. R. Raffaelly, MC, USN, 1982 – 1985 Captain C. R. Loar, MSC, USN, 1985 – 1987 Captain R. B. Gutshall, MSC, USN, 1987 – 1991 Captain B. T. Sparks, MSC, USN, 1991 – 1993 Captain B. G. Upton, MSC, USN, 1993 – 1994 Captain R. G. Barina, Jr., MSC, USN, 1994 – 1997 Captain N. J. Lescavage, NC, USN, 1997 – 1999 Captain E. R. Barker, NC, USN, 1999 – 2003 Captain A. L. Stocks, MC, USN, 2003 – 2005 Captain J. P. Rice, MC, USN, 2005 – 2007 Captain R. B. Sorenson, MC, USN, 2007 – 2008 Naval Health Clinic Corpus Christi Captain R. B. Sorenson, MC, USN, 2008 – 2009 Captain R. G. Kelley, MC, USN, 2009 – 2011 Captain G. M. Jaeger, MSC, USN, 2011 – 2013 Captain J. A. Bradley, MSC, USN, 2013 - 2015